Budget Colour Copies

28/10/2026

There's a new bloke answering the phones at Budget Colour Copies, his name is Josh! He's also not real...

Yep, I've bitten the bullet and officially hired an AI receptionist.

Before anyone panics, no, the robots haven't taken over Budget Colour Copies. It's still just me, Bec, running the show.
And when I say *just me*, I mean JUST me.

I'm the Graphic Designer, printer, production team, customer service department, accounts department, cleaner, IT support, and occasionally the poor bu**er crawling around on the floor begging a printer to cooperate.

Somewhere in amongst all that, I'm also supposed to answer every phone call.
The reality is, I can't always do that.
When I'm working on machinery, dealing with customers in person, or elbow-deep in a job, answering the phone isn't always possible. But that doesn't mean your call isn't important.

So, meet Josh.
Josh is my AI receptionist. When you call Budget Colour Copies, he's the friendly voice you'll hear on the other end.
He'll take down the details of your enquiry, and I'll receive a transcript and summary of the conversation.

But here's the important bit:
Josh answers the phone.
Josh has a brief chat about what you need.
I read your enquiry.
I contact you back.
I discuss your job with you.
I design it.
I produce it.
I make sure it gets done.

There's no mysterious team behind the scenes. No outsourced production department. No army of robots secretly running the place.
Just one very real human, doing her best to run a small business without growing an extra six arms.

Josh isn't replacing the personal service you get from Budget Colour Copies. He's helping me make sure I can actually provide it.

So next time you ring and Josh answers, don't hang up! Have a chat, tell him what you need, and I'll take it from there.
And please be nice to him. He's only new and still learning, and unlike me, he hasn't learnt to swear at the printers. Yet...

Bec

22/10/2026

Who wants Townsville’s best face painter for 3 hours, FOR FREE?!
Throw some support behind Twin Pixies Face Painting and you might just be one of the 2 lucky winners!
Locals supporting locals is what it’s all about

🧚 A LITTLE GIVEAWAY FOR OUR MULTIPLES FAMILIES! 🧚

This one is a little different, and a little close to my heart 🫶

For those who don’t know, Twin Pixies was born after I welcomed my own little twin girls into the world.
Having twins has been hands down one of the most exhausting, challenging, overwhelming but incredibly rewarding experiences of my life.

The sleepless nights, the NICU stays, the double daycare fees (ouch 😅), the constant juggling and the feeling of being stretched to my limits.

When I say I’ve never been so challenged in my life, I mean it! And I think there’s something about raising multiples that only another multiples family can truly understand.

So this giveaway is for YOU!

For the mums, dads, grandparents and carers raising twins, triplets or more. For all the things you do that go unnoticed, the little battles you fight quietly and the love you somehow manage to give in double (or triple or more!) doses, even when you’re running on empty.

I’m giving away a completely FREE, all inclusive 3 HOUR Twin Pixies face painting party package! 🧚✨

And entering couldn’t be easier!

✨Tag an amazing local parent, grandparent or carer raising multiples.

✨Tell me a little something about what makes them so amazing.

✨You can absolutely nominate YOURSELF! Because goodness knows you deserve some recognition too!

No need to like, follow or share. No hoops to jump through. Just a little love for our multiples families.

🎉 Entries close and one lucky winner will be randomly drawn on Monday 26th October 2026!

And here’s the best part…

This isn’t limited to children’s birthday parties! You can use your three hours for whatever celebration you like.

Kids have outgrown face painting parties? That’s fine!

Want to get a bunch of mums together, have a w**e and let me paint your faces for three hours? Honestly, I’m down..let’s do it! 😂🍷

It’s your three hours to enjoy however you choose.

A little fine print: The prize is valid within my usual Townsville service area and bookings are subject to availability. No hidden costs, no strings attached.

So tag a tired but absolutely amazing multiples parent and let’s give them a little recognition.

With love, from one very tired twin mum to another. 🧚🫶

Cherie- Twin Pixies Face Painting

31/07/2026

Nothing beats seeing our work out in the wild!

Thanks so much to Witch Way Australia for the shout-out and for choosing Budget Colour Copies for your printing. If you’re into all things witchy, alternative, fantasy, crystals, markets or unique local events, make sure you give their page a follow.

Local supporting local. That’s what it’s all about.

Our new flyers just arrived (hand delivered). We use Budget Colour Copies for all our printing. They are local and amazing. Thanks Bec ♥️🙏

15/07/2026

The store will be shut today due to a migraine. I apologise for any inconvenience caused. Back open tomorrow at9

08/07/2026

Today’s been a good reminder that technology likes to keep us humble.

Following this morning’s nationwide phone outage, we’re still having a few issues with calls getting through.

On a brighter note, this is also the first real test for our new AI receptionist. If your call does get through, you’ll be greeted by our AI assistant, who can answer common questions, take messages, and make sure nothing gets missed if I’m tied up on a machine or with a customer.

If you can’t get through by phone, just flick us a Facebook message or email and we’ll get back to you as soon as we can.

Thanks for your patience while the phone network gets itself sorted.

21/06/2026

Budget Colour Copies is officially back open.

Against all odds, several trailer loads, an alarming amount of cable, and at least three moments where I questioned every life choice that led me here, we’ve made it.

You’ll now find Budget Colour Copies at 49 Leyland Street, Garbutt.

Firstly, thank you.

To everyone who was patient while I packed up an entire print shop, moved an entire print shop, unpacked an entire print shop, and then spent two weeks trying to remember where I’d packed the things I needed to unpack the print shop… thank you. Your support, understanding and encouragement genuinely means more than you know.

The new space is bigger, has better parking, gives me room to grow, and most importantly, gives me the opportunity to keep building the business I’ve poured everything into over the last year.

There are still a few boxes lurking around that I pretend not to see when I walk past them, but the doors are open, the machines are running, and I’m ready to get back into it.

So if you’ve been holding onto a project, putting off new signage, meaning to update those business cards from 2017, or you’ve got a Canva file that’s committed crimes against humanity, bring it in.

See you at 49 Leyland Street.

Bec

06/06/2026

Tradies. Farmers. Mechanics. Operators. Drivers. Builders.

Blue-collar workers are some of the toughest people you’ll ever meet.

They’re also some of the least likely to put their hand up and say they’re struggling.

As Aussies we’re good at talking about the job, the weather, the footy, the next project, and what broke this week. We’re not always so good at talking about what’s going on between our ears.

That’s part of why organisations like TIACS are so important.

They provide free, professional mental health support to tradies, farmers and blue-collar workers, helping people get the support they need before things reach breaking point.

This upcoming event is about starting conversations, breaking down stigma, and reminding people that asking for help isn’t weakness — it’s strength.

If you’ve got a mate who’s always the first one to lend a hand but never asks for one, invite them along.

If you’ve been meaning to check in on someone, send the message.
And if you’re carrying more than you’re letting on, know that you’re not alone.

Tickets and event information:
https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1557579

02/06/2026

We’ve been keeping a secret.

Well… we’re still keeping one.

A lot of you have been asking where Budget Colour Copies has disappeared to. The new location is coming, I promise. I’m just still unpacking boxes, finding things I definitely put somewhere sensible, and trying to turn organised chaos back into a functioning business.

But not all secrets should stay secret.

Too many people carry their struggles in silence. Too many conversations never happen because someone believes they need to face it alone. The reality is that speaking up can change lives, and creating space for honest conversations can make all the difference.

That’s why I’m proud to support this event, bringing our community together to shine a light on men’s mental health, hear real stories, break down stigma, and raise vital funds for TIACS and the incredible work they do.

Most importantly, this event is raising funds for TIACS, providing free, professional counselling services for tradies, farmers and blue-collar workers — the people who often need it most but are the least likely to reach out.

Whether you’ve faced challenges yourself, supported someone who has, or simply want to be part of a conversation that matters, this is an opportunity to make a real impact. The more we normalise talking about mental health, the easier it becomes for someone to reach out when they need support most.

If you’re able to come along, I’d strongly encourage you to do so. Bring your mates, your partner, your work crew, or just yourself. Every person in the room helps build a stronger, more supportive community.

Tickets are available here:
https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1557579

Some secrets can wait another week.

The conversation around mental health shouldn’t.

Join us for an afternoon dedicated to connection, conversation and real impact, as we bring our community together to shine a light on men’s mental...

30/05/2026

After a lot of thought, I’ve decided to temporarily close Budget Colour Copies for the next week while I complete the move into our new home.

The past few weeks have been hectic, and trying to run the print shop while packing, relocating equipment and moving stock isn’t sustainable.

Rather than provide a slower service than you deserve, I’m taking a one-week pause to get everything moved and set up properly.

Any jobs already in progress or promised for collection during this period will still be completed as arranged. If we’ve already discussed your order, nothing changes.

I’ll still be monitoring emails, messages and phone calls, although responses may be delayed and new jobs will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.

I apologise for the short notice and any inconvenience. This move has come together quickly, and I’d rather take a short pause than deliver a service below the standard my customers expect.

The good news is that we’ll reopen in a bigger space with more room to grow and better serve our customers.

Thank you for your patience, support and understanding. I’ll keep everyone updated as the move progresses.

29/05/2026

Well… today’s the day.

Budget Colour Copies will be closed today while I begin the monumental task of packing up an entire print shop and relocating it somewhere new.

I’ll still be contactable via phone, email and Facebook, but replies may be slower than usual while I’m buried under boxes, paper stock, mystery cables and equipment that apparently weighs roughly the same as a small moon.

Apologies for the late notice and any inconvenience. This move has come together pretty quickly, and as exciting as it is, there’s still a lot to do before the doors reopen in our new home.

Thank you for your patience while I attempt this questionable life choice. I’ll keep everyone updated as things progress.